Event venue · West Town
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Italian restaurant · Near North Side
Osteria Via Stato is your cozy Italian hideaway in River North, serving up thin-crust pizzas and homestyle dishes in a charming, candlelit setting.
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Eastern European restaurant · Humboldt Park
At Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar in Humboldt Park, indulge in a fun twist on Eastern European flavors with approachable caviar and creative happy hour bites.
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Chinese restaurant · West Town
Duck Duck Goat, the vibrant Chicago hotspot by Top Chef alum Stephanie Izard, blends creative Chinese-American dishes with a lively, chic decor, perfect for sharing and celebrating food with friends.
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Indian restaurant · Logan Square
Chiya Chai is a cozy Nepalese cafe in Logan Square, famed for its staggering chai selection and comforting bites like momos and savory pies, perfect for catching up or chilling with a book.
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Cafe · Logan Square
Colectivo Coffee is a vibrant, hip cafe with a spacious patio where you can enjoy artisanal coffee, tasty baked goods, and a diverse food menu—all perfect for relaxing or getting work done.
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Mediterranean restaurant · Streeterville
Caffe Oliva is your go-to beachside escape in Chicago, serving up burgers and Mediterranean twists, all with stunning skyline views and a laid-back vibe.
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American restaurant · Avondale
Eden serves up vibrant New American dishes with Mediterranean twists in a chic setting, complemented by craft cocktails and an inviting greenhouse vibe.
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Barbecue restaurant · Chatham
This iconic, no-frills gem on 75th Street serves up the best of Chicago's barbecue, featuring succulent rib tips slathered in tangy sauce till the wee hours.
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Restaurant · Magnolia Glen
Mango Pickle in Edgewater is a vibrant bistro serving contemporary Indian dishes with seasonal twists in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.
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Pizza restaurant · Goose Island
Candlelite Lincoln Park is your go-to for Chicago-style thin crust pizza, with a lively vibe perfect for sharing a slice before catching a comedy show next door.